M-AUDIO BX5D2 STUDIO MONITOR

The M-Audio^® BX studio monitor series is trusted by more musicians and recording professionals than any other. Now, the BX5 D2 monitors extend the bestsellers’ legacy* with an elegant new design inside and out. We leveraged technology from our high-end monitors to extend the frequency response and provide an even more natural listening experience. Custom Class A/B analog amplifiers deliver superior dynamics and tonal accuracy across the frequency spectrum—while the latest-generation woven Kevlar low-frequency drivers and waveguide-loaded silk dome tweeters provide rich, defined sound. With the BX5 D2, you’ll enjoy the utmost accuracy in an engaging listening experience.

Accurate and Enjoyable

Whether you’re recording, mixing, or mastering, your monitors are your primary reference source. Accurate monitors let you hear exactly what’s happening in your mixes—and give you the assurance that your music will translate well to other listening environments. The M-Audio BX5 D2 monitors leverage a decade of monitor engineering expertise to deliver exceptional transparency and sonic definition—allowing you to enjoy marathon mixing sessions with minimal listening fatigue.

Designed for Pros—and Beginners

Countless pros use M-Audio studio monitors to produce and mix the music and audio you hear every day. The BX D2 series makes that same design philosophy and technology available to anyone with a passion for great sound. BX5 D2 helps you understand what’s in your mix so you can make better decisions about how it will translate across a wide variety of systems—from MP3 earbuds to car stereos to audiophile rigs.

Silk-Dome, Waveguide-Loaded, High-Frequency Drivers

Our high-frequency domes are made from natural silk to counter the audible ringing that is inherent in the poorly crafted metallic materials often found in other monitors. The high-frequency driver is fully isolated from the rest of the enclosure to ensure minimum distortion, providing ultra-smooth frequency response up to 22 kHz. It also features a built-in waveguide, which offers an expansive sound stage and exceptional imaging.

Kevlar Low-Frequency Drivers

To insure a lifetime of service, we constructed the BX5 D2 monitor’s 5” low-frequency driver from woven Kevlar. Kevlar’s high mechanical and thermal resilience makes it ideal for use in speaker cones. Our engineers also created a curved conical design that improves room dispersion. High-damping reliable rubber surrounds provide percussive musical bass, and insure that the cone reaches its optimal excursion for accurate reproduction. And our high-temperature voice coils reduce power compression, guaranteeing that your monitors will deliver full performance hour after hour.

Rear-Ported Cabinet Design

The BX5 D2 cabinet is integrally designed with its other components for optimal performance—right down to rounded corners for reduced edge diffraction and superior imaging. The custom rear port is designed to minimize air turbulence and resulting distortion while adding additional low frequency extension.

Bi-Amplified Efficiency

The Class A/B bi-amplified design dedicates separate power amps to the high and low frequencies—providing ample headroom for even the loudest and most dynamic of mixes. Combined with a finely tuned crossover, the design ensures that each driver only delivers the frequencies that it can reproduce most efficiently, resulting in tonal accuracy and cohesive sound across the entire frequency spectrum.

Find the Sweet Spot Quickly and Easily

When monitoring, it’s important to sit in the middle position or “sweet spot” between the two speakers—where the stereo image is optimized. BX5 D2 features a pinhole power LED that makes finding the sweet spot easy. You’ll know you’re in the right listening position when the BX5 D2 power LEDs appear to be brightest.

* The M-Audio BX5a Deluxe monitors are the best-selling monitors in the United States (Source: MI SalesTrak^® reports January 2009 – December 2010)

Aesthetic and Physical Build

The M-Audio BX5 D2 monitors boast a sleek and modern design that fits well in both professional and home studio environments. The cabinets are constructed from high-quality MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard) with a black vinyl laminate finish, giving them a professional and understated look. Each monitor measures approximately 7.9 x 6.9 x 10 inches and weighs around 11 pounds, making them compact and relatively easy to place in a variety of studio setups.

Front Panel

The front panel of the BX5 D2 features a 5-inch Kevlar woofer and a 1-inch silk dome tweeter, both of which are protected by a perforated metal grille. The Kevlar woofer is designed to handle low and mid-range frequencies with precision, while the silk dome tweeter ensures clear and crisp high-frequency reproduction. The placement of the drivers is optimized to reduce diffraction and provide a more accurate sound stage.

Rear Panel

The rear panel of the monitors includes a variety of inputs and controls. Each speaker has a balanced XLR input and a balanced/unbalanced 1/4” TRS input, providing flexibility for connecting to different audio sources. Additionally, there is a volume control knob and an acoustic space switch, which allows users to tailor the monitors’ frequency response based on their studio environment. The rear panel also houses the bass port, which helps to extend the low-frequency response and reduce unwanted turbulence and distortion.

Kevlar Woofer

The 5-inch Kevlar woofer is one of the standout features of the BX5 D2 monitors. Kevlar is known for its durability and rigidity, which helps to reduce distortion and produce a more accurate and detailed bass response. The woofer is designed to deliver tight and punchy lows, making it suitable for a wide range of musical genres.

Silk Dome Tweeter

The 1-inch silk dome tweeter complements the Kevlar woofer by providing smooth and detailed high-frequency reproduction. Silk is chosen for its ability to produce a natural and balanced sound without the harshness that can sometimes be associated with metal dome tweeters. This results in a more pleasant listening experience, especially during extended studio sessions.

Bi-Amplified Design

The BX5 D2 monitors feature a bi-amplified design, meaning that each driver is powered by its own dedicated amplifier. This ensures that the woofer and tweeter receive the appropriate amount of power for optimal performance. The built-in amplifiers deliver a total of 70 watts of power (40 watts for the woofer and 30 watts for the tweeter), providing ample headroom for dynamic and detailed sound reproduction.

Acoustic Space Control

The acoustic space control switch on the rear panel allows users to adjust the monitors’ frequency response to suit their specific studio environment. This feature is particularly useful for compensating for the acoustic characteristics of different room sizes and configurations. The switch offers three settings: flat, -2 dB, and -4 dB, enabling users to tailor the low-frequency response to minimize issues such as bass buildup and room resonance.

Waveguide Design

The BX5 D2 monitors incorporate a custom waveguide design for the tweeter, which helps to optimize the dispersion of high frequencies. This ensures a wider sweet spot and more consistent sound throughout the listening area. The waveguide design also helps to minimize diffraction and phase issues, resulting in a more accurate stereo image and sound stage.